It is nearly impossible for people who have never gone through IVF or struggled with infertility to comprehend how it feels when a cycle “fails.” The complicated emotions involved are difficult to convey, and it’s hard to understand how painful it must have been to suffer for nothing. In this article, we will be discussing tips on how you can cope with…
Going through fertility treatment, regardless of your relationship status, is a big decision with a lot of things to think about. To help you get started, we’ve answered the most common questions we get from single women who want to establish a family. Keep reading as we talk about the A-Z of fertility treatments for single women. At Omega Golden…
Even though it is a common occurrence, miscarriage is a difficult issue that is rarely acknowledged due to its stigma and pain. Whether you or a loved one has gone through the experience, learning more about miscarriage might help you prepare for it. In this post, we will be taking a holistic look at miscarriage and infertility. First, let’s find out…
The possibility to contribute a new life to another family is one of the most fulfilling things for most surrogates. Most women, understandably, want to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of being a surrogate mother before embarking on this journey and rightfully so. Pros and Cons of Surrogacy While most surrogates remember their time bearing a child for a childless…
Gender issues and the complicated nature of endometriosis have unfortunately resulted in the spread of many myths and misconceptions about a disease that affects an estimated 176 million women (and their families) globally. Here are some notable myths about endometriosis: No-one is too young to have endometriosis Too many doctors still believe that endometriosis is rare in teenagers and young…
Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that resembles the uterine lining (known as “the endometrium”) is present outside the uterus, where it causes a chronic inflammatory reaction that can lead to scar tissue. It is primarily present on the peritoneum of the pelvis, the ovaries, the recto-vaginal septum, the bladder, and the colon. It has been identified on the…
There was a time, a few generations ago, when women over the age of 35, let alone 40, dare not plan to become pregnant. The risk to mother and baby increased with each passing year. Today there are many ways to ensure the health of both mother and baby and healthy pregnancies among women who are over 35, and even…
Dr. Olaleke Fasasi, Senior embryologist and Director of Embryology Services, Omega Golden Fertility Stem Cell experts and specialists in translational medicine and Stem Cell Biology in this interview discusses infertility treatment options, the impact of stress on fertility, among other issues. Excerpts: Describe your venture on into fertility treatments, management? Becoming a force in the fertility service industry started 17…
What is IVF? IVF stands for in vitro fertilization. IVF works by using a combination of medical, surgical and laboratory procedures to help sperm fertilize an egg, and help the developing fertilized egg(s) implant in your uterus. How does it work? First, you take medication that makes several of your eggs mature and ready for fertilization. Then the doctor takes…